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For family fun head to Wai ariki where you can hand feed a diverse range of friendly farmyard and exotic animals. Set on 2-acres of park with fantastic mountain views, the animals are displayed in a tranquil & clean environment. The vibrant cafe...more

Great fun for the little ones
- animals look happy
- well maintained
- lovely toasted sandwhich/coffee in the cafe
- don't think zoo, think nice small kiwi farmyard where I can get right up close n personal
Downside
- the emu roaming around is...More

We enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere at this farm park. We were able to feed the lambs as well as the week old water buffalo. It was great to have these animals wandering around the park with us as it was awesome to get so close...More

We really enjoyed our visit. My daughter made friends with the owner’s little one (they are about the same age). We got to meet Tex the longhorn and feed an enu.
A nice and easy attraction for younger children.

I recently revisited Wai ariki and was surprised to learn that it had new owners. This is a great little place to take the kids or, if you are like me, just enjoy the company of animals. If you want to escape the busyness of...More

Popped in here after a trip to the pools for our 2.5 year old to have a look at the animals. Mum, dad, 2.5 year old and a 5 month old (free) with a bag of food cost $32. Although it was a pleasant hour...More

After the busyness of the hot pools the day before we thought we would enjoy a calmer day visiting the farm animals. We paid our entrance fee and decided to buy a bag of animal food (only S2) too. We both love animals and even...More

The Wai ariki Animal Farm is a short drive from Hanmer Thermal Pools so why not take the time after having a relaxing morning.
The fee was $35 for 2 adults and children. Animal feed is $2 a bag and well worth that price. It...More

My husband and I visited today on a bit of a grey day. An easy 15 minute walk from Hanmer but just far enough away from the busy tourist centre, it is an oasis of quiet and peace. For anyone who loves animals this is...More

Loved seeing all the animals around and the horse ride. However was dissapointed in how rude the owners were when i enquired about things eg. The horse cart taxi just got a really rude response, wasnt my fault the new owners hadn't at the time...More